Hotel Dr. Holms, Geilo, Norway

· ski-in, ski-out location on a blue run · 2 minutes’ walk from the resort centre · 2 minutes’ walk from the Slaatahesisen lift · 2 minutes’ walk to the ski school meeting point and nursey slopes · ski bus stop opposite

Heaps of history and fab modern facilities – that’s the Dr. Holms hotel. The building overlooks the village and backs onto the slopes, so you can ski straight off each morning. Or, if it’s your first time, the nursery area is a 2-minute stroll away.

After skiing, spend your après hours at the hotel’s bowling alley, which is decked out like an American diner with red leather booths and a classic jukebox. Then keep the fun going in the 1909 Sportsbar, where you’ve got pub games like shuffleboard. Prefer something more laid-back? Try the spa. There’s a steam room, sauna and outdoor hot tub that's perfect for a post-piste soak.

The hotel itself dates back to 1901, and there are plenty of nods to yesteryear dotted around, like the chandeliers and leather armchairs in the lounge and reading room. Upstairs, the bedrooms are decorated in a mix of styles. Some have an on-trend grey colour scheme and plush fabrics, while others keep things simple with wooden furniture and cream walls.

Food-wise, you’ll get a buffet spread to set you up each morning, and if you fancy making evening meals hassle-free, you can upgrade to half board to get those included too.

· Dr. Holms restaurant · 1909 Sportsbar with table football, board games, darts and shuffleboard · Ski Bar with fireplace · Bowl & Dine American-style diner · bowling alley · kids’ pool · spa with sauna, steam room and indoor and outdoor hot tubs · extra charge for massages and treatments · fitness room · kids’ play area · ski room with lockers · free WiFi · lift to all floors

All rooms are non-smoking and have a flatscreen TV, fridge and a hairdryer.

Single room – sleeps 1: Single bed, private shower and WC.

Double room – sleeps 1-2: Double bed, private shower and WC.

Family room – sleeps 1-4: Double bed or twin beds, double sofa bed, private shower and WC.

Superior family room – sleeps 2-4: Double bed or twin beds, double sofa bed, private shower and WC.

Cots are available to hire, free of charge, on request.

Interconnecting rooms are available on request.

Half Board

· hot and cold buffet breakfast · optional upgrade to half board with 3-course evening meals